Butterscotch Funnycake

Directions

1. 1
   Bake the bottom of a pie shell (don't prick the crust) in a 400 degree F oven for 12 to 13 minutes; let cool.
2. 2
   Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F.
3. 3
   In a medium saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup; stirring constantly, cook it over low heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
4. 4
   Add the water and bring to a boil again and let boil over low heat for 2 additional minutes.
5. 5
   Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla; let cool.
6. 6
   Prepare the cake mix according to the package directions, then burn the batter into the baked pie shell.
7. 7
   Pour the cooled butterscotch sauce over the batter.
8. 8
   Bake at 350 degrees F for 55 to 60 minutes.
9. 9
   Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.